Providing New Limbs for War Veterans in Britain
A wartime piece details Britain's artificial limb program run from London workshops employing up to 200 craftspeople. It highlights Wing Commander Douglas Bader and other servicemen fitted with prosthetic limbs, the U S ministry's role, and the aim to restore mobility for cycling, golf, and driving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Air Force
France
Donglae Bader
Bader
London
Quist
J. E. Hanger
Lee
Britain
Burricance
Va alWaya
Tees Makers
Rents Fixed Under Federal Action in New Wells
The Federal Government Friday moved to control rents under original security regulations in New Wells. The new rules aim to ensure fair and equitable rent terms as wartime wage adjustments shift, with nationwide effects causing shifts between counties and cities as enforcement expands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New
Wels
Stalin
Binea
Eitier
Tre Eifien
Nthe
Country
Wiping Off Debts and Price Fixing Proposal Stir Parliament
The Ni W State Parliament teeters as the Minister for Lande Tully proposes wiping out over £3 million owed to the government by settlers and waiving all debts. A Canton price fixing scheme is urged to curb unregulated hikes while tobacco taxes rise. Manufacturers and traders blame price increases on living costs and hoard profits, with public sentiment split on government intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tully
Canton
Moist Unripe Wheat Threatens Australian Grain
The Australian Board warns of planning difficulties for several years as moist unripe wheat risks widespread infestation and condemnation. A system of sample testing reveals grain contamination by foreign varieties and excessive moisture pockets, threatening millers and endangering industry stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Awstralian
Tig
Pra Mac Millers Iy
Agricubie Houiver Joroninenice
Wiler
Ford
Tully
Sijos
Crooti
Whooping Cough Toll on New South Wales Babies
A historic report notes that whooping cough caused extensive infant deaths in New South Wales last year. The health department and welfare officials pursue measures to curb the outbreak and protect children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Hort
Hesith Beuras
Wool Agreement Meets Parliament Question on Prices
A debate in Parliament asks for higher wool prices reacting to rising costs for Australian primary producers and import prices. Mrs Jo J Clark questions the review of the agreement with the United Kingdom government. Mrs Scully replies the matter is under review and will be revisited in due course with government documentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Kidom
Reitors
Jo J Clark
Tiling
Mre
Scully
Commance
Anid
Rome
Honoralle
Quessan
Fines Too Severe Says Judge in Nyangan Appeal
Judge Shortland hears appeals over heavy fines for weed offences in Nyagan area. Appellants Malcom R Campbell and Elle Mall of Coolabah challenge £102 fines, reduced to £30 after testimony. Proceedings involve Wareen police and Merthieny Shire Council with supporters from Dubbo witnesses noting difficulty in controlling weed growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wareen
Coltey Secontly
Shortland
Apcellants
RG. Cooken
P.M. Wyers Malcolyn R
Betora
le M. Whitty
Dubbo
Achan Weede Wrand
Hall of Wheshire Council
Obituary of Venerable Editor Leggo at 62
The obituary recalls the life of Leggo a longtime editor connected to Melbourne papers and later Sydney. It notes early apprenticeship with a Melbourne printing house and subsequent roles in publishing. Leggo led with civic interests, politics and business, shaping local press and serving as a prominent figure in journalism for many years. Survived by family and associates, aged 62.
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Prime
Menty
Leggo Veterun
Leggo
Gilgandym
Turin
Billy
Noel Guathe
Editifenianuer
Uustwess
Vu Messie
Bells
Mesaim
Flynn
Torme
Sydney
Logi
Simbad
Policie
Christmas Shopping Tips From a Country Correspondent
A correspondent urges shoppers in the country to buy Christmas goods in town to save money. He warns city dwellers to buy locally as the season nears and prices rise, arguing buyers will fare better at home than traveling to the city for Xmex merchandise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Spéney
Countey Gerla
Tays
Sydney
Sydh
Meeting notes of municipal swimming club plans
A meeting of the swimming club committee was held by the Mororth Training Committee on Thursday night. Members discussed obtaining quotations for a new design, preparing a timetable, and organizing a carnival to fund club activities in December. A programme was drawn up and duties assigned to Burthey Spulth and others with aims to finalize details by early January.
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Don Monty
Fru
Intimaling
Shit Pervai
Ston
Tern
Giltidea
Aamil
Burthey
Spulth
Railway figures for the Western district railways
A detailed 1940 41 report shows the Western district railway operations with total passenger and goods figures, comparing year on year. It records staff, revenue, working expenses, salvage, and fleet data, noting a record for the Railway Department and detailing passenger caney figures across multiple routes and stations.
Unclear fragmentary text on liquor laws and federal powers
Fragmentary reading describes opposition to eight o clock closing and enforcement of liquor tables. Mentions Western District, a synod, and state government resisting federal rights. References to hear, control of the heart rod, and retrain measures with sporting clubs and beer venues. Named figures include ministers and chairmen, with ideological debate over federal intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkes
Federal
Norte
Naren
Graywan
Sarton
Roy Gryyavn
Balladoran News Meeting Notes and Local Happenings
The Balladonin branch of the Womens Association held its monthly meeting at Memorial Hall on Wednesday September 9 with members including Mrs. Andrews secretary Dawes treasurer Reichl and others. Reports highlighted war efforts and charity plans while social events for the season were announced and a children’s annual party set for mid November. Local officials and observers noted patients and hospital updates as community life continued amid wartime strains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CWA
Balladonin
Hs & Any
Womagh
Memorial Hutt
Sivedames
Who
Murp
Dawes
Reichs'l
Ale
Miri
Tna
Childeert
Wedie-Jay
Maermher
Sutton
Reed
Sioekinges
G McGarity
Gilgral & Metnier
Twain
Tim Anderson
Early Form Stumbles in Second City Match Encounter
In a rough second match on Saturday, a member of the Vice Regal Tek, Jean, pursued a post in the haearrucke term, choosing Dulwich Hill where she reached 100 runs before retirement. The crowd noted excellent starts at Gilandeewirl, hoping continued good service despite the stumble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vice Regal Tek
Jean
Dulwich Hill
Gilandee
Ft Ie
War Rally and Election Cheer in Mendoors
A chaotic report describes a "Win The War Rally" in Mendoors with Bevel Wije Hangerful and others as candidates, a police appeal, and widespread community involvement. It notes funds raised, volunteers, and thanks from the organizers, praising local support and the success of the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasleton
Mendoor
Mendoorsan
Reg
Gondiduyen
Bevel Wije Hangerful
Bollec
Alain
Y Evans
Ma Barty Canninghem
Ad Cros
Byunth Adngerweed
Ikens Fl
Cunninghals
Hutpford
Atgunie
Fia
Toni
Earcoke
Civilifgwroy
Cunningham
Lovatuintina
Hangerford
Ted Cro Society
Stondgercy
Ste Andy Worker
Jan
BNI
Red Dogs
Metdanvon Pathe
Cimfort
Rome
Western District Swimming Meet At Wellington Delivers Aims And Dates
The Western District Amateur Swimming Association held its annual meeting at Wellington with representatives from Gilgandra Dubbo Parkes Mudgee Wellington Coonamble and others. New officers appointed and a New Year carnival scheduled for January with two championship events allocated including 66 8 3 metre freestyle and 33 1 3 metre junior events.
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Western District Amateur Swimming Association
Liington
Cilgendrs
Agin
Dubhe
Gitegander Weg
Enthy
Cam
Setion
Gilgonden
8. Gornall
W. J. Smith
J. Bartley
Dubbo
Mad Bee
Wellington
Coonimble
O T. Murry
Ed. Stephens
Fr. Murray
Gileandra
Coonambia
Giligndeat
Soni Presstyis
Wellingan
Parkes
Linhoard
Carhimble
Gilgandra
Welington
Jantor
Big Interest Burden on Capital Indebtedness
The report shows capital indebtedness at £148,781,404 with interest of £28,980,480 paid. Interest remitted to railways or exchanges was £748,180, plus £2,785 for loan management expenses. Total interest, exchange, and loan management costs amounted to £46,105,705, while department revenue for the year was £28,918,610.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oyorevar Ma
vEnensey
Department For Tin Yee
Bitten Child Sent To Hospital After Snake Bite
A student was bitten by a snake while returning from school. The injured child was taken to the hospital for treatment after the bite near Booey. Public details are limited due to the damaged text.
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Taugbeor
My. R
WLM
Hapital
Doorany
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MR. H Legca
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Seston
Wesith
Weatern
Ant Jig
Toy Weil Tua
Angie Nasouli
Ntt
Pt Ww al Gli
Adysao Welllmaion
Mit
Teil
Etna Front
Agius
Fem
Eoo
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Caney
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